Loft Conversions in Swanley, Kent


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Understanding the process of a loft conversion

Turning an empty space into functional storage or room accommodation is known as a loft conversion. In the UK, loft conversions have recently gained more popularity because of their advantages.

The different kinds of loft conversions

There are three main kinds of loft conversions; they include the rear dormer, the hip-to-gable and the Velux. Your loft conversion’s style will depend on your house. The various factors that you need to consider are the possible conversion use, the size and the planning permission that you would require.

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Loft Conversions in Swanley

Were you aware that a loft conversion typically can increase your property’s value by up to 25 per cent? Do you want to convert a vacant area of your home and turn it into a living storage space?

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Elite Builders London provides loft conversion services around London. Elite Builders London provide you with high quality extensions and loft conversions to complement the style of your home and keep them according to the planning permission requirements anywhere in Swanley. We can convert your loft according to any size, style or design.

Are you looking for a loft conversion for your living room or lounge? We ensure that the conversion and the style of your loft complements your existing structure. We are architectural design experts. We undertake any loft conversion projects with the aim of keeping it in architectural balance, while fitting it in with your existing property and fulfilling your purpose.

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Why should you get a loft conversion in Swanley?

A loft conversion has the ability to add more to your house and you will not have to consider moving houses. A loft conversion could increase the value of your property significantly. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom could raise the value of your three-bedroom house by 25%.

A Converted loft will satisfy you. In Swanley, you can convert your empty loft into a functional face such as a bathroom, a gym, or bedroom. In the longer run, you’ll see that the loft conversion speaks for itself. The additional functionality adds value to your home and it would prove beneficial when you sell it. 

Our loft conversion solutions in Swanley

Elite Builders London provides you with stress free loft conversions in Swanley.

Planning for loft conversions in Swanley

Elite Builders London has a team of architects who can prepare building regulations and planning documents which can be submitted to the local council in Swanley.

Regulations for loft conversions in Swanley

We offer complete loft conversion projects from design to completion in Swanley. We also provide help and guidance regarding the regulatory building and planning authority permits.

Installing loft conversions in Swanley

In Swanley our skilled and experienced loft conversion designer team is on hand to give you excellent architectural sketches.

Dormer loft conversions in Swanley

Barbara loft conversions are ideal for houses that have small headroom measurements.  Dormer loft conversion is most popular in Swanley. Dormer loft conversion gives you adequate headroom and also gives you enough space for a full-sized bedroom and a bathroom. This loft conversion normally doesn’t require a planning permit and will take up to 7 weeks to complete.  Usually, a dormer conversion is done from the roof slope. This implies that majority work would be done on external scaffolding.

Velux loft conversions in the Swanley area

A Velux window loft conversion minimises roof destruction and is non-disruptive. The roof remains undisturbed as the property is fitted with Windows.
In Swanley, you do not require any planning permits for this type of loft conversion. A Velux loft conversion gives you considerable headroom. 

If you feel that your property has constraints regarding planning, the Velux automatically becomes an ideal choice.

L-shaped loft conversion options in Swanley

An L-Shaped loft conversion in Swanley is also popular with homeowners. An L-shaped loft conversion gives you enough floor area to have full sized bedrooms and a bathroom.  The back is adjusted to be in a lower position to make the ceiling height sufficient.

Mansard loft conversion services in Swanley

The Mansard loft conversions are the most pleasant loft conversions.

In a Mansard loft, a roof is built over a steep sloping side that displaces one of two of the roof slopes.

The Mansard loft conversions are more expensive because of the structural requirements and they also require planning permission.

We can provide a fantastic service delivery for whatever design you choose for your Mansard loft conversion.

Swanley hip to gable an loft conversion services

In case of having an unoccupied space, the hip to gable conversion is the best choice. This conversion extends the ridge to meet the outside wall and gives you sufficient space.

Swanley custom loft conversions 

Do you want to have any of the loft conversion types listed for your home?  We have custom loft conversions for our customers in Swanley.  From the initiation of the project till its completion, we make sure that we are there to help you in every step.

Understanding our loft conversion process in Swanley

Step one conducting a survey

Once you contact us, our loft conversion specialist will meet you at a time of your convenience at your home.  This would ensure that we have the right details about your home and the kind of loft conversion design that you will need in Swanley.

The attic size would determine how long the survey would take. A larger attic space would take a greater amount of time. Each visit approximately takes around 45 minutes.

Step two: preparing a quotation

The full architectural drawings would be required in order to give you an accurate quote for your loft conversion.

The quotation will be provided either by email or personally within seven days.

Step three: Execution

If you decide to work with us for your loft conversion in Swanley, we will request a first instalment, a percentage of the total cost of the total conversion.  A timescale for the project is provided and the payment plan of instalments is agreed. 

We will then project manage your loft conversion in Swanley throughout the entire project to ensure your project is completed on time and on budget to your complete satisfaction. We have maintained a reputation going back four decades which is proof of our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Why should you hire us for a loft conversion project in Swanley?

We have listed below a few of the most convincing factors which makes elite builders London the ideal choice for your loft conversions in Swanley.

  • Experience:

    We have an excellent reputation for our services in terms of quality in Swanley due to our years of experience in working with different construction projects. 

  • Expertise:

    We have within our team, highly skilled and qualified professionals with many years of experience in the construction industry in Swanley. 

  • Accredited:

    The confidence we have in our construction and design services at elite builders London comes from our various accreditations.  Our finished construction projects are loved by our clients and they have also been made to the highest possible safety standards.

  • Extremely professional:

    Elite builders London has a professional loft conversion team of specialists and they all work skilfully to deliver a product a perfect loft conversion job in Swanley.  Quality loft conversion Every loft conversion project that elite builders London works on is guaranteed to meet all relevant standards. Every loft conversion has its own challenges and difficulties in Swanley and we do the maximum efforts to meet those challenges.

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Why should you get a loft conversion in Swanley?

A loft conversion has the ability to add more to your house and you will not have to consider moving houses. A loft conversion could increase the value of your property significantly. Adding an extra bedroom and bathroom could raise the value of your three-bedroom house by 25%.

A Converted loft will satisfy you. In Swanley, you can convert your empty loft into a functional face such as a bathroom, a gym, or bedroom. In the longer run, you’ll see that the loft conversion speaks for itself. The additional functionality adds value to your home and it would prove beneficial when you sell it. 

If recession of advice and guidance is only a phone call away for your loft conversion project Swanley. You don’t have to decide everything about the latest loft conversion project on your property in Swanley as our diverse team of highly qualified professionals is always present to guide you every step of the way. For a free quotation for your latest loft conversion project, calls today on (020) 8987 8071.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know I have enough head height for a loft conversion?
The suitability of a loft conversion is strictly defined by the head height of the room. Industry set standards dictate that the roof centre height as well as the ceiling joists height must be a minimum of 2.2 m.

The required industry height should be present to complete a loft conversion without problems even though it may be possible to install a loft conversion in its absence.

When can you permit development be provided to allow conversion?
One of the most important factors that has to do with a planning permit application is the loft size. The size requirements for approved construction is such that the loft conversion size must not be greater than 50 cubic m in the case of a detached property and 40 cubic m in the case of a terrace property.
Is a dormer a necessity for loft conversions when more space is required to achieve the requisite dimension?
All loft conversions don’t require enough space for a dormer. It depends on the particular needs of the customer and the environment we need to deal with within the roof room. The dormer can become a part of the requirements if the customer requires extra rooms or showers to be added as part of the loft conversion installation. Stairs access can be created by the use of a dormer in case the property in question is semi-attached.

Our approach to all of our projects and services is focused on customer satisfaction which is why we take great care in carefully listening to all the requirements of our customers no matter what the type of their home extension is.

Where will the staircase go?

The stairs that lead to the attic can be ideally placed above the existing set of stairs.
To install a new staircase, cutting any area of the existing living space will not be required as an enclosure can be created along the side of the wall to accommodate the new staircase.

Your house’s current floor plan is another deciding factor.  Other alternatives particularly when you are contemplating a hip to gable conversion can be considered based on the scale and your attic conversion plans.

What is a hip to back gable loft conversion?
Various properties today suffer from a limited space in their attics because of the presence of sloping edges and traditional hipped roofs. This restriction presents a challenge in creating a conversion of the loft that does not need to expand your house.
Properties that future these limitations are much better served by hip to gable loft extensions.
Under what ceiling height can loft conversions be easily installed?

The minimum ceiling height to be converted is 2.2 m.  The height can be calculated exactly between the Timber Ridge and the top of the joist which is located on the ceiling.

Even after repairs, you can expect to receive 1.9 m of living space in terms of the height of the ceiling of your new loft conversion.

What do mansard loft conversions usually entail?
Francoise Mansard, a 17th-century French architect is the inspiration behind the name of the mansard loft.  You can find this conversion almost always at the back end of the house.  The flat roof is a standard component of this loft conversion, and it also features a sloping wall at the back.
Is an architect required for a loft conversion?
To assess the ability of the structure to withstand the new conversion, you will need expert guidance from an architect.  This assessment will determine whether structural changes such as the installation of a new roof is required for your loft conversion.
Is a loft conversion more economically efficient than an extension is?
One of the most viable options which you can use to increase living space in your house is by using a loft conversion. Increasing the size of your home is a much more economically efficient choice than moving to a new location. 
Is scaffolding necessary for every loft conversion?
It comes down to the individual contract. Those contractors who want to work from the outside of the building will install scaffolding wherever they need to work. From the scaffold they will gain entry to the workspace, and so they might not need to enter the flat at all in the early start of the work.
Is the party wall agreement always required for a loft conversion?
Party wall agreements are only required for walls that are shared between you and someone else. No additional permissions are required for detached houses as shared walls do not exist in these types of properties.
Can my loft conversion project include a new bedroom?
A loft may only be classified as a space if it meets a certain set criteria. All relevant building regulations as well as the different requirements for all bedrooms must be met for the bedroom to be added to a loft conversion.
Can my neighbours stop my loft conversion? 
They can extend the time that will take for the conversion to complete but it may not be possible to stop the conversion altogether. If you tell your neighbours about your plans ahead of schedule, then there is a high chance that they will not cause problems for your project.
Is it possible to add a room inside my attic?
In order to convert your attic, you need to consider the building requirements that qualify attics for transformation into a living area. Your attic’s ceiling height from the floor must be at a minimum 2.2 m in order for it to qualify for transformation. If your attic’s height does not meet this requirement, you will need to either raise the roof of your attic, or lower the floor level of the property.
Are newly constructed houses available for loft conversions?
It is difficult to perform a loft conversion in a new house but is normally possible. Some buildings that still have units for sale often have certain restrictions that might limit what you can do with the property that can also include adding a loft conversion.
What benefits can I achieve with a loft conversion?
The market value of your residential property can be greatly enhanced by the use of a loft conversion. Latest National Building Society research has shown that a loft conversion can always add more than 25% to your home’s value.
Do you need planning permission for a loft conversion? 
Given that the loft conversion in your building is considered permitted development, planning permission is not generally required. 
How long does a loft conversion take?
Elite builders London are expert loft conversion specialists which will ensure that your loft conversion is completed within the timeframe we commit. We will deliver your loft conversion project within the exact timeframe that we commit to you at the start. Loft conversions ideally take between one and three months to complete.
How competitive are your prices?
You can rest assured that our prices will be economically efficient for loft conversion projects.

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